Castle is, in theory, a crime procedural. Every week we get a different case and that particular investigation – with the exception of Beckett’s mom’s murder and the 3XK serial killer – is wrapped up by the end of the episode.
However, that is not what Castle is all about. Each case serves as a catalyst for the characters to grow and develop and that is what really drives the show. The interactions between characters, how they relate to each other and how those relationships develop over time, is really the foundation of any drama and it is no different with Castle.
The relationship between Castle and Beckett has been the driving force of the show since the very first episode and it has been discussed exhaustingly over the past three seasons whether they should get together or not. When we were in season 1, it was too soon. In season 2, they were starting to get to know each other. In season 3, they were pretty much best friends and trusted each other completely.
So the question here is what is the next step for season 4? Because logically they should get their act together and give in to their feelings already, right?
In a perfect world, yes. But there is the argument that there is still so much they need to learn about each other before jumping into a relationship and that they should do that while they are still friends, so it won’t ruin what they already have. I have to say that I agree with this partially. Don’t get me wrong. I want them to get together as much as any shipper out there. It’s frustrating to see them dance around each other for three entire seasons and get nothing out of it.
But they are both so layered and they hide behind so many masks that it is difficult to know who they really are underneath all that. In the name of not throwing a beautiful friendship away, I agree that they should discuss a few things first and mostly work on their communication issues because they really lack in that department.
That said, I can also argue that they can learn about each other and whatever baggage they both have while they are in a relationship. I honestly don’t believe in this so called “Moonlighting curse” and I think that is just an excuse to keep them apart longer. When it comes down to it, it all depends on how the writers will handle the relationship and how they will incorporate it into the show. Of course there have been major failures (House and Cuddy, anyone? Sorry, House fans!), but there have been some really great stories as well (Chuck and Sarah, from Chuck).
Bottom line is I think season 4 is the make it or break it season. There needs to be some serious movement forward in the Castle/Beckett front, even if by the end of the season they break up or fight. Or maybe they get together, break up and get back together by the end of the season. I really have no preference, as long as something happens. As long as they admit (for real) that they have feelings for each other. Castle told her he loves her, that can’t be ignored. Granted, she was busy bleeding out, but it is out there now and I really hope this is addressed sooner rather than later.
Let’s not have a repeat of the “let’s ignore every major event until the season finale” thing that we had for season 3.
So what do you think? Is season 4 too soon for Castle and Beckett to get together or should they just go for it already?
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